Imatinib (Blood)

Referring Laboratory

SENDAWAYS - Chromatography

Testing Laboratory

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

IMAS

Test Code (Numeric Code)

4719

Laboratory Handling

Transport

If sending within Auckland then sample can be sent refrigerated (2-8°C) or at ambient temperature (8-24°C).
If sending from outside Auckland then send sample refrigerated (2-8°C).

Separating

Centrifuge and separate blood as soon as possible after collection

Laboratory

LabPLUS High Performance Liquid Chromatography

Sample Stability

very stable

Synonyms

Gleevac, Imatinib mesylate

Turnaround Time

1 week

Performed Weekly

Specimen Type

• Plasma
• Serum

Specimen Type

• Plasma

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Plain (Red Top)

Preferred

• EDTA (Lavender Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

1

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Plain (Red Top)

Additional Specimen Information

Tubes containing gel (SST and PST) are NOT acceptable

Laboratory notes:
Aliquot minimum 1mL plasma
Send on ice (2-8 degrees)

Contact Information